Adhikari Alleges TMC Attack, Holds Sit-In at Purulia PS
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari accuses TMC workers of attacking his convoy in Purulia, stages sit-in protest inside police station. Details on the political clash in West Bengal.
Category : Search result: Purulia migrant workers
Five Jharkhand workers abducted in Niger return home safe
Five migrant workers from Jharkhand's Giridih, abducted in Niger in April 2023, are finally back in India. Their safe return ends nine months of anguish for their families. Read their harrowing story.
Gig Worker Strike Highlights Systemic Exploitation in India
The December 31 gig worker strike revealed deep flaws in platform work. As companies deny employer status, workers lack rights and social security. Can India's laws catch up?
Migrant Workers Attacked in Mudigere Market, Demand Protection
Migrant labourers from Assam, Bihar & MP in Karnataka coffee estates live in fear after an attack by activists in Mudigere. Police file FIR, assure action. Read more.
Odia Workers Stranded in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
Gig Economy Debate: Flexibility vs Worker Exploitation
The New Year's Eve strike by delivery workers ignited a fierce debate on India's gig economy, questioning the reality behind 'flexibility' and highlighting demands for fair pay and social security. Explore the clash between platform giants and worker unio
India tracks remittances but not migrant workers in foreign jails
India receives billions in remittances but fails to track its migrant workers imprisoned abroad, highlighting a critical data gap in protecting citizens overseas. Read the full analysis.
Purulia Workers Attacked in Chhattisgarh, Four Return
Four migrant workers from Purulia, assaulted in Chhattisgarh, return home. Police confirm no criminal records. Details on the wage dispute and alleged Bajrang Dal attack inside.
Karnataka's 1-1.5% Gig Worker Welfare Fee Plan
Karnataka's Labour Minister announces a proposed 1-1.5% welfare fee on aggregators to fund gig worker benefits. Official notification expected within a week.
Migrant Worker Killed in Kerala Mob Attack, 5 Arrested
A 31-year-old migrant from Chhattisgarh was killed in Palakkad on false theft suspicion. This rising mob violence in Kerala highlights the urgent need for legal safeguards and social integration for interstate workers.
Chadha Defends Striking Gig Workers, Slams Exploitation
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends gig workers' strike, accuses platforms of exploitation and politicizing fair pay demands. He calls for a nationwide debate on worker rights. Read more.
Migrant Boat Capsizes Off Gambia: 7 Dead, Dozens Missing
A migrant boat bound for Europe capsizes off Gambia, leaving at least 7 dead and dozens missing. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the tragedy.
Bengaluru Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Gain Momentum
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Gehlot Pushes for National Gig Worker Welfare Law
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot demands a national gig worker welfare law based on Rajasthan's landmark Act. He criticizes state BJP govt for delaying rules, forcing workers to strike. Read more.
Gig Workers Strike: Global Rights & India's Status
As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?
Two Bengal Voters Die by Suicide After EC Hearing Notices
An 82-year-old Purulia man and a 75-year-old retired govt employee in East Midnapore died by suicide after receiving SIR hearing notices. Families blame EC's technical glitch. Read the full report.
Odia Migrant Attacked in Chennai Train, CM Majhi Assures Action
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi pledges support for migrant worker assaulted in Chennai. Four juveniles arrested. State sends officer for probe. Details on the shocking incident and government response.
Odisha CM Acts on Chennai Attack Against Odia Labourer
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi pledges support for assaulted migrant worker in Tamil Nadu. Four teens detained. Read about the government's response and investigation.
WB Migrant Board Helps 30 Lakh Workers in Voter Revision
West Bengal Migrant Workers Welfare Board aids 30 lakh workers in Special Intensive Revision. Chairman raises concerns over physical hearing costs. Learn about the helpline and support provided.
West Bengal Migrant Board Helps 30 Lakh in Voter Revision
West Bengal Migrant Workers Welfare Board supports 30 lakh workers in Special Intensive Revision. Chairman raises concerns over physical hearing costs. Read the full report.
3 Deaths, Distress as Bengal SIR Hearings Grip Elderly Voters
Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal leads to tragic deaths of elderly voters and distress among pregnant women. EC clarifies home visit rules. Read the full report.
Odisha Migrant Worker Hacked in Tamil Nadu, Video Viral
A 20-year-old migrant worker from Odisha was brutally hacked by four youths in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. The attackers filmed the gory incident, which has now gone viral. Read the shocking details.
2 Migrant Workers Killed in Kerala Truck Accident
A tragic accident in Kerala's Kannur district claims two lives and leaves 13 injured after a truck overturns. The workers were returning from a construction site. Details inside.
13,000+ Indian Workers Deported from Gulf in 2025
Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Bahrain deported thousands of Indian nationals in 2025 for visa overstays and work permit issues. Learn the key reasons and how to avoid deportation.
Chhattisgarh migrant lynched in Kerala days after arrival
Ramnarayan Baghel left his village in Chhattisgarh for work in Kerala to fund his sons' education and complete his PMAY home. Days later, he was lynched by a mob. Read his tragic story.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Migrant worker lynched in Odisha, body reaches Bengal
Body of 19-year-old Jewel Sheikh, lynched in Odisha, reaches his Murshidabad village. Family demands justice as he was the sole earner. Political blame game erupts.
Food delivery workers strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
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